Clothespins, once a staple in every homemaker's laundry arsenal, have largely been relegated to the craft closet in recent years. But you can re-purpose them in the garden – as a rose-pruning tool extraordinaire! Tuck a clothespin into your garden apron and you'll be surprised at … [Read more...]
Harvesting Herbs: How to Harvest from Your Herb Garden
One of the most common foods grown in home gardens are herbs. From porch-based bucket gardens to window pots to small garden plots, culinary herbs are a favorite the world over. Most home gardeners grow some type of herb for their kitchen – many grow several. Some herbs are … [Read more...]
7 Great Flower Shops in Pittsburgh, PA
Looking for a good flower shop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania? Finding a good florist can be a tough. So, we did some research and came up with a list of the 7 best flower shops in the greater Pittsburgh area. We've chosen what we think is the best of the best, based on great … [Read more...]
Using Seedling Mats for Seed Germination Temperature
Starting your own plants from seeds is a great way to save money in the garden, but it's not always easy getting the right balance. Seeds need ample amounts of light, water, oxygen and temperature to germinate and grow. Too little or too much of any of these things and … [Read more...]
Growing Tomatoes: Bush or Vine
The tomato plant, Solanum lycopersicum, is native to South America, where it was first cultivated by the Aztecs who used the juicy red fruit in cooking. Its usage has since spread around the world, with some 7500 varieties now grown with names like Early Girl, Better Boy, Roma, … [Read more...]
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